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Bentley Continental Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (549 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (192,900 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Bentley Continental Coupe or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

Bentley Continental Coupe vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

Bentley Continental Coupe

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  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Continental Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes CLA Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Bentley Continental Coupe costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 153,306 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes CLA Coupe uses 4.9 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Bentley Continental Coupe with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 L/100km.

CLA Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Bentley Continental Coupe offers markedly more power – delivering 549 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 195 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Continental Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes CLA Coupe takes 4.9 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Continental Coupe delivers noticeably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 255 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes CLA Coupe offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 358 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Continental Coupe carries only slightly more – 475 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
Bentley Continental Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

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Bentley Continental Coupe

The Bentley Continental Coupe slips between grand tourer and high-fashion statement with effortless poise, its cabin drenched in handcrafted leather and tasteful, indulgent details that make every journey feel like a special occasion. On the road it masks immense performance behind a serene, buttoned-up demeanor while doling out a surprisingly composed and playful driving character whenever you ask for it, making it ideal for buyers who want both presence and comfort with a wink.

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Mercedes CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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Bentley Continental Coupe
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
192,900 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
90 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
358 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,966 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,405 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
549 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
318 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
770 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
404 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2019
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Bentley
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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